2025 Business Excellence Awards

• Art as Therapy
• Crewson Insurance Brokers Limited
• Flaunt Salon and Spa
• GEON Performance Solutions
• Hill N Dale Landscaping
• Hockley Valley Resort
• Lennox Farm
• MacMaster Buick GMC
• Mark’s – Orangeville
• Dunk Disposal Inc. 

• Dean’s Tree Care
• Hereward Farms 
• Maggiolly Art
• Mason’s Exterior Services
• Stephanie Adams Designs 
• The Mullin Group Real Estate 
• Town Tees 
• Wild Mango Marketing
• Dufferin Group 
• Cloud Wealth Management 
• Brighter Future Homes 

• BJ’s Paw Spa
• Cafe Town
• Crave & Capture 
• GEOJE Bubble Tea
• Hampton Inn & Suites 
• Inclusive Perspectives 
• Legaci VR Verse 
• Lucci Spa 
• My Tea Bar Cafe
• Orangeville Golf House 
• Plant.ed Cafe
• Riddell Studio
• The Nest Suites 
• The Wood Smoke Shack
• O’Dwyer Insulation 

• Rapinder Kaur – Arts as Therapy
• Brad Reid – Brighter Future Homes
• Cameron Dunkerley – Dunk Disposal Inc. 
• Dana Copeland – Flaunt Salon and Spa 
• Julie Thurgood-Burnett – Hereward Farms 
• James Godbold – Hill N Dale Landscaping 
• Carly Ferris – Shelburne Auto & Cycle 
• Mike Beattie – Taphouse Craft Beer + Kitchen 
• Andrew James and Brody Ireton – Town Tees  
• Greg Wildeboer – Whispering Pines Landscaping 

• Alzheimer Society of Dufferin County 
• Bethell Hospice 
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dufferin & District 
• Choices Shelter and Support Service
• Community Living Dufferin
• Dufferin Film Festival
• Family Transition Place 
• Fiddlehead Care Farm
• Pine River Institute 
• Streams Community Hub 
• Theatre Orangeville 
• Orangeville Business Improvement Area

• Alex Kozak Gravel Driveways & Concrete
• Arts as Therapy 
• Brighter Future Homes 
• Dunk Disposal Inc. 
• Fenech Designs 
• Flaunt Salon and Spa 
• Hereward Farms 
• Lennox Farm 
• Plant.ed Cafe
• Shelburne Auto & Cycle 
• The Grime Team
• The Mullin Group Real Estate 
• Town Tees 
• Rural Rescue 

Business of the Year

This award recognizes a thriving local business for outstanding achievements, long-standing contributions to Dufferin County, and significant community involvement. This business demonstrates excellence in business leadership and has:

• 11 or more employees (FTE);
• been in business for more than two years;
• championed a “Think Local” mindset within their organization and the community;
• demonstrated innovative and proactive leadership, setting an example for others;
• made exceptional contributions to the community’s well-being through philanthropy, mentorship, or sponsorship;
• created local jobs and fostered employee development;
• implemented sustainable or forward-thinking business practices; and
• is proudly Canadian and proudly Dufferin, embracing and promoting both local and national pride in all they do.

Small Business of the Year

Recognizes a local small business for noteworthy accomplishments, long-standing contributions to Dufferin County, and significant community involvement. This business demonstrates best business practices, is a leader amongst local business, and has:

• 10 or fewer employees (FTE);
• been in business longer than two years;
• champions “Thinking Local” within the organization, and to the community;
• demonstrated innovate and proactive leadership;
• made exceptional contributions to our community’s wellbeing; and
• is proudly Canadian and proudly Dufferin, embracing and promoting both local and national pride in all they do.

Nonprofit of the Year

This award recognizes a nonprofit organization that has made a significant and lasting impact on the Dufferin County community. Through dedication to its mission, strong leadership, and community engagement, this organization demonstrates excellence in nonprofit operations and has:

• operated for more than two years;
• championed a “Think Local” mindset by actively engaging with the community;
• demonstrated innovative and proactive leadership in addressing community needs;
• made exceptional contributions to the well-being of Dufferin County residents;
• built meaningful partnerships and collaborations to maximize its impact;
• demonstrated financial responsibility and sustainability in its operations; and
• is proudly Canadian and proudly Dufferin, embracing and promoting both local and national pride in all they do

New Business of the Year

This award recognizes a new business that has demonstrated exceptional promise, innovation, and community engagement in its first two years of operation. The recipient embodies the entrepreneurial spirit and proudly supports both Canadian values and the growth of Dufferin County. This business has:

• been in operation for less than two years;
• made a positive impact on the local community through innovative products, services, or initiatives;
• demonstrated resilience and adaptability in the face of challenges;
• embraced a “Think Local” mindset and contributed to the community’s well-being; and
• is dedicated to long-term growth, sustainability, and creating jobs in Dufferin County.

Businessperson of the Year Award

This award is presented to a local business leader who exemplifies Dufferin and Canadian values, champions local success, and inspires others through leadership, mentorship, and community involvement. This individual is a pioneer in the business community and:

• leads with integrity and sets an example of positive leadership;
• projects a positive image of Dufferin County and Canada;
• motivates and encourages other entrepreneurs to thrive locally;
• demonstrates a deep commitment to supporting local businesses and initiatives;
• actively contributes to the growth and prosperity of the community;
• is proudly Canadian and proudly Dufferin, fostering a spirit of national and local pride in all they do; and
• has been active in the community for a minimum of five years.

Local Impact Award

This award honours a for-profit business that goes beyond its operations to make a lasting, positive impact on the Dufferin County community. Through dedicated community involvement and a strong commitment to giving back, this business embraces the true spirit of Canadian generosity, local pride, and social responsibility. This business:

• invests in the lives of others and actively contributes to making Dufferin a great place to live and work;
• demonstrates a sustained, long-term commitment to improving quality of life and community well-being in Dufferin;
• leads with integrity by implementing policies and practices that prioritize community accountability and responsibility;
• actively supports existing community-building programs or establishes new initiatives that strengthen the region; and
• is proudly Canadian and proudly Dufferin, demonstrating a deep commitment to local success and national values.

The Chairperson’s Award is a special recognition presented by the Chair of the Board to a business, nonprofit, or business leader who has made an exceptional and lasting impact on our community. This award is not open to nominations but is given to an individual or organization that has demonstrated extraordinary dedication, leadership, and contribution to the betterment of Dufferin County.

This recipient is chosen for their outstanding commitment to community well-being, support for local initiatives, and ability to inspire positive change in the region. The Chairperson’s Award celebrates those who go above and beyond, quietly yet powerfully shaping the future of our community with their efforts, resilience, and unwavering Canadian pride.